# Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT vs PushPress Workout Timer

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PushPress Workout Timer at none against Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT's 6. PushPress Workout Timer also leads on ratings volume (5.7K vs 523) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 17.0). Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. PushPress Workout Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT against 4.8 for PushPress Workout Timer. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PushPress Workout Timer has 5.7K ratings behind it against 523, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 81% of Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT's written reviews are positive against 76% of PushPress Workout Timer's.

Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT ships an update every 3 weeks, PushPress Workout Timer every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT | PushPress Workout Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (523 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timer-tabata-for-workout-hiit/id756930454/reviews) | **[4.8 (5.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pushpress-workout-timer/id826016623/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 523 | **5.7K** |
| Positive reviews | **80.7% of reviews** | 75.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Freemium | **Free** |
| Size | 80 MB | 112 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Alexander Senin](https://appshunter.io/developer/697788524) | [PushPress, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/688595778) |

## What reviewers say

### Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timer-tabata-for-workout-hiit/id756930454)

This app provides a versatile interval timer for various training styles, including Tabata, HIIT, and general workouts. It offers background operation and round tracking, with optional premium features and Health app integration.

**Highlights:** Tabata Protocol timer, Rounds timer, Stopwatch mode, Interval timer, Workout of the day display, Background operation (premium), Round number and duration display

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Best Timer for a Month | $2.99 | per month |
| Best Timer for a Year | $12.99 | per year |
| Tip developer | $0.99 | one-time |
| Full version | $1.99 | one-time |
| Boost of Energy | $1.99 | one-time |
| Source of Inspiration | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Simple and flexible
- 🚀 Works well in the background
- 👍 Reliable and convenient
- 👍 Versatile for different workouts
- 👍 Great for interval training

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Subscription model for full features
- 💰 Paid app after previously being free
- 💰 Paid version doesn't restore previous purchases
- 🔇 Loud beeping sound
- 🐛 Glitchy on Apple Watch

**Reported bugs**

- Workout tracking stops working on Apple Watch
- Timer loses track when screen turns off

**Requested features**

- Ability to set custom intervals and rest times
- Option to repeat previous rounds
- Adjustable volume for alerts
- Ability to save and load custom workout routines


### PushPress Workout Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pushpress-workout-timer/id826016623)

This app provides a versatile interval timer for high-intensity workouts like AMRAP, EMOM, and Tabata. It features a clean, easy-to-read display and integrates with Apple Health to record workout data. Users can also access motivational countdowns from famous fitness personalities.

**Highlights:** AMRAP, Count Up, Count Down, EMOM, Tabata timers, Records active energy burned to Apple Health, Motivational countdowns from fitness personalities, Clean, bold, high-contrast display, Pair with TV for a gym clock display

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great timer for workouts
- 🚀 Simple and easy to use
- 💡 Customizable timer settings
- 🔒 No ads or subscriptions
- 👍 Helpful voice prompts

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Sound issues (volume changes, audio cutting out)
- 🔋 Drains battery when running in background
- 🐛 Compatibility issues with Apple Watch and other apps
- 👎 Intrusive ads in some versions

**Reported bugs**

- Timer resetting or freezing during workouts
- Inconsistent behavior of 'Rounds Left' and 'Cycles Left' timers
- Workout duration not accurately recorded in Apple Health

**Requested features**

- Option to choose countdown voice/sound
- Ability to save custom workout routines
- Halfway point alerts for work intervals
- EMOM (Every Minute On the Minute) timer mode
- Improved Apple Watch integration


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT free?

Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is PushPress Workout Timer free?

PushPress Workout Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT or PushPress Workout Timer?

PushPress Workout Timer is rated higher. Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT averages 4.7 out of 5 from 523 ratings, while PushPress Workout Timer averages 4.8 from 5.7K ratings.

### Do Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT or PushPress Workout Timer have ads?

Neither Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT nor PushPress Workout Timer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT or PushPress Workout Timer?

Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT ships an update every 3 weeks, and PushPress Workout Timer every 2 months. Most recently, Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT was updated on September 24, 2026 and PushPress Workout Timer on September 22, 2026.

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